Basalt

Q: How do I use #5F563A in CSS?

You can use #5F563A in CSS with: background-color: #5F563A; or color: #5F563A; or as an RGB value: rgb(95, 86, 58). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 9%, 39%, 63%.

#5F563A

Basalt is a warm dark color with the hex code #5F563A. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 95, 86, 58 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 9%, 39%, 63% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Basalt Color Values

HEX: #5F563A
RGB: 95, 86, 58
HSL: 45°, 24%, 30%
CMYK: 0, 9, 39, 63

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Basalt sits at 45° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 24% saturation and 30% lightness, this muted dark hue offers sophisticated, understated presence.

In digital design, warm colors like Basalt work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Basalt in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 9%, 39%, 63% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Basalt

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #5F563A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 95, 86, 58;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#5F563A',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 9%
Y: 39%
K: 63%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(95, 86, 58)
rgba(95, 86, 58, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 45° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #5F563A?

#5F563A is Basalt, a warm dark color with RGB values of 95, 86, 58. It has a hue of 45°, 24% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #5F563A?

The RGB color code for #5F563A is rgb(95, 86, 58). This means it contains 95 red, 86 green, and 58 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Basalt a warm or cool color?

Basalt (#5F563A) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #5F563A in CSS?

You can use #5F563A in CSS with: background-color: #5F563A; or color: #5F563A; or as an RGB value: rgb(95, 86, 58). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 9%, 39%, 63%.